Hodgkins Disease (cont.)In this Article
Risk factorsDoctors seldom know why one person develops Hodgkin lymphoma and another does not. But research shows that certain risk factors increase the chance that a person will develop this disease. The risk factors for Hodgkin lymphoma include the following:
Having one or more risk factors does not mean that a person will develop Hodgkin lymphoma. Most people who have risk factors never develop cancer. Symptoms
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Hodgkin lymphoma can cause many symptoms:
Most often, these symptoms are not due to cancer. Infections or other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Anyone with symptoms that last more than 2 weeks should see a doctor so that problems can be diagnosed and treated. Patient CommentsViewers share their comments
Hodgkin's Disease - Symptoms
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Hodgkin's Disease - Diagnosis
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Hodgkin's Lymphoma - Share your Experience
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Hodgkin's Disease - Treatment
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Hodgkin's Disease - Diet and Exercise
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Hodgkin's Disease - Follow-Up Care
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